North, Central & South Islands aboard the Eden (10 days from £2974)
Mother Nature's zoo lies in the Galápagos Islands, where an incredibly diverse array of animals live in harmony. On this ten-day sailing adventure through the north, central and south islands, you'll have the opportunity to spot the Galápagos' most captivating species. See giant tortoises at the El Chato Reserve, marine iguanas on Floreana Island, and the elusive red-footed boobie at El Barranco. Do it all on the Eden, the latest addition to our operator’s fleet for a trip that doesn't lack in the comforts you're familiar with.
Itinerary
Day 1 Quito
Arrive at any time and check into group hotel where tour services start.
Day 2 Quito/Baltra Island
Take an early flight to the Galápagos Islands. Head to Bachas Beach to observe Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea lions, and the occasional flamingo.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 3 Genovesa Island
Visit Darwin Bay and marvel at the sheer number of birds along the many trails. Head to El Barranco in the afternoon to see the many types of boobies, including red-footed boobies.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 4 Bartolomé Island/Sullivan Bay
Visit Bartolomé for a guided tour to see the island's dramatic volcanic features. Continue to Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island to witness the giant lava formations contrasting the white-coral-sand beach.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 5 Black Turtle Cove/Cerro Dragón
Search for marine life in the mangroves at Black Turtle Cove by panga, after, spot a variety of birdlife at Cerro Dragón.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 6 Puerto Ayora
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the highlands of Santa Cruz to try to see giant land tortoises in the wild, then enjoy free time to explore Puerto Ayora.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 7 Floreana Island/Punta Cormorant
Visit Post Office Bay and enjoy guided walks to observe birds and wildlife, and learn about the natural history of Floreana Island. After, snorkel at Corona del Diablo.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 8 Punta Suárez/Bahía Gardner
Enjoy the day on Española Island, one of the oldest in the archipelago. Visit Punta Suárez, known for its amazing bird colonies and home to the waved albatross (between April and December). After lunch, visit the white sandy beach of Gardner Bay and jump in for a snorkelling excursion.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Day 9 San Cristóbal Island/Quito
Visit the Interpretation Centre on San Cristóbal Island before flying back to Quito. Check into the group hotel to enjoy a final night.
Meals included:
Breakfast
Day 10 Quito
Tour services end. Depart at any time.
Meals included:
Breakfast
At a glance
Group size maximum: 16
Join/End: Quito
Meals: 9x breakfasts, 7x lunches, 7x dinners
Accommodation: 2x hotel, 7x ship (twin-share/twin-share bunks/double cabins)
Included: snorkelling equipment & wetsuits, activities mentioned in the itinerary internal flights, national park guide
Not included: international flights, airport transfers, meals not specified in the itinerary, Ecuadorian transit control card $20, Galapagos Islands Park entry fee of $100
